Birding

Read an Excerpt From Noah Strycker's Book on His Record-Breaking Year of Birds
October 11, 2017 — Strycker recounts all the gritty and glorious details of his 2015 global Big Year in "Birding Without Borders."
Six Kid-Friendly Bird Guides
September 27, 2017 — A solid field guide will give them a head start on IDing common species. Here are some options to help shape their skills.
Seven Sturdy Backpacks for Birders and Bird Photographers
September 26, 2017 — Head out on the trail with all of your gear comfortably and securely stowed.
Scientists Want to Start Forecasting When Certain Species Are Migrating Your Way
September 22, 2017 — Weather maps are essential for researchers shadowing birds on the move. Pairing radar with eBird data will take migration tracking to the next level.
How to Feed Your Kid's Urge to Bird
September 20, 2017 — Children are curious, imaginative, and resourceful. By nurturing those traits, you can turn them into young birders, too.
Easy Ways to Get Kids Birding
September 15, 2017 — Kids are natural explorers. Here are some tips and games to encourage that impulse from Audubon experts.
The Life of a Teenage Birder
September 08, 2017 — A busy high schooler shares how he got hooked on birds at an early age and what they mean to him.
Six Apps to Better Your Next Birding Adventure
August 30, 2017 — By now you should have a field guide (or four) on your phone, so mix up your experience with some new options.
When It Comes to Birding, Nude Beaches Are as Good as Any
August 25, 2017 — Ever birded among the buff? You may not have a choice if a good species shows up.
Why You Need to Try Paddle Birding
August 18, 2017 — When in a canoe or kayak, you can observe and experience birds in a new way—and bank some memorable adventures while you're at it.